General Practitioner in Oncology, Leukemia/Bone Marrow Transplant

White Spot; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

BC Cancer is seeking a General Practitioner in Oncology for its Leukemia/Bone Marrow Transplant Program. Located in Vancouver, this full-time position involves caring for patients with aggressive hematological malignancies and working with both clinical teams and trainees. Ideal candidates will hold relevant Canadian certifications and be committed to delivering compassionate care within an academic health setting.

Qualifications

• Eligible for licensure as a family practitioner in BC.
• Suitable for appointment at the University of British Columbia.

Responsibilities

• Support senior hematologists in the care of leukemia and bone marrow transplant patients.
• Collaborate with fellow trainees and clinical associates.

Education

Canadian certification (FRCP, FRCS, or CCFP)

Job description

General Practitioner in Oncology, Leukemia/Bone Marrow Transplant

BC Cancer, Vancouver Cancer Centre

Regular Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

Vancouver, BC, Canada

The GPO will support senior hematologists in caring for leukemia and bone marrow transplant patients by providing ongoing care. The candidate will collaborate with leukemia/bone marrow transplant fellows-in-training, clinical associates, and internists. Experience in the specialty is desirable but not mandatory.

The Leukemia/BMT Program is an academic program for managing aggressive hematological malignancies and stem cell transplants, based at Vancouver General Hospital. It services British Columbia and Yukon, transplants approximately 300 patients annually, and is the only provincial referral center for adult acute leukemia. The program is a joint operation between BC Cancer and Vancouver Coastal Health.

Applicants must be eligible for licensure as a family practitioner in BC, hold Canadian certification (FRCP, FRCS, or CCFP), and be suitable for appointment at the University of British Columbia.

To apply, send a letter of interest and your CV to:

Adeline Chan

Advisor, Physician Recruitment

[e-mail]

Applications are reviewed immediately; the position remains open until filled.

The BC Cancer (www.bccancer.bc.ca) aims to reduce cancer incidence and mortality and improve quality of life. It offers comprehensive services including prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, research, education, supportive, and palliative care across six regional centers and two research facilities.

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), which oversees specialty health services across BC. PHSA values respect, compassion, innovation, partnerships, and purpose-driven service. It is committed to employment equity, diversity, and merit-based hiring, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Priority is given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

PHSA actively works to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism and barriers to healthcare employment, supporting Indigenous applicants through initiatives and dedicated contacts, aligned with commitments like the Truth & Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action and UNDRIP.